This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the Environmental Aspects on Unconventional Fossil Fuels here: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/energy/unconventional_en.htm

published:21 Jan 2014

views:25016

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

published:13 Jul 2013

views:90

AndrewColeman, E&P and Oilfield Services Analyst, talks to us about the rise of shale gas and its potential downfall.

published:01 Feb 2010

views:274

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
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published:23 Jan 2017

views:217

published:04 Apr 2014

views:638

In Romania, an activist priest is at the forefront of protests against plans by the US energy company Chevron to explore for shale gas in the eastern part of the country.

published:11 Jun 2013

views:58

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

published:06 Mar 2012

views:105

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
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In scientific research, exploration is one of three purposes of empirical research (the other two being description and explanation). The term is commonly used metaphorically. For example, an individual may speak of exploring the Internet, sexuality, etc.

Notable periods of human exploration

Phoenician galley sailings

The Phoenicians (1550 BCE–300 BCE) traded throughout the Mediterranean Sea and Asia Minor though many of their routes are still unknown today. The presence of tin in some Phoenician artifacts suggests that they may have traveled to Britain. Some scientists speculate that they voyaged all the way to Central America, although this is disputed. According to Virgil's Aeneid and other ancient sources, the legendary Queen Dido was a Phoenician from Asia Minor who sailed to North Africa and founded the city of Carthage.

How Oil And Gas Is Extracted From Shale

A video explaining how oil and gas is extracted from shale.

7:54

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the Environmental Aspects on Unconventional Fossil Fuels here: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/energy/unconventional_en.htm

51:57

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

5:09

Oil Shale - Oil Shale Exploration Company

Oil Shale - Oil Shale Exploration Company

Oil Shale - Oil Shale Exploration Company

Oil Shale Exploration in Adullam Park

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

3:42

Who Will Win In Shale Rock Exploration?

Who Will Win In Shale Rock Exploration?

Who Will Win In Shale Rock Exploration?

AndrewColeman, E&P and Oilfield Services Analyst, talks to us about the rise of shale gas and its potential downfall.

4:48

Video interview with JAPEX: The latest advances in gas and shale exploration, production methods

Video interview with JAPEX: The latest advances in gas and shale exploration, production methods

Video interview with JAPEX: The latest advances in gas and shale exploration, production methods

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
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11:31

Exploration for and production of shale gas in Poland

Exploration for and production of shale gas in Poland

Exploration for and production of shale gas in Poland

2:26

Shale exploration in Romania

Shale exploration in Romania

Shale exploration in Romania

In Romania, an activist priest is at the forefront of protests against plans by the US energy company Chevron to explore for shale gas in the eastern part of the country.

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

3:49

Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
READ MORE http://rt.com/uk/
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A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways natural gas can contribute to the recovery of the economy from the Great Recession, as well as taking a look at the relationship between renewables and gas now and in the future.

4:04

In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable resources like sun, wind and water. But it also leads to a fossil fuel. Natural gas is considered the cleanest of the fossil fuels -- the fuels created by plant and animal remains over millions of years.
Burning it releases fewer pollutants than oil or coal. The gas is mainly methane. It produces half the carbon dioxide of other fossil fuels. So it may help cut the production of carbon gases linked to climate change.
Russia is first in what are called "proved reserves" of natural gas. The United States is sixth. Over the years, big oil and gas companies recovered much of the easily reached supplies of gas in America. They drilled straight down into formations where gas collects. As these supplies were used up, big drillers looked for similar formations in other countries.
But now the industry is taking a new look. Companies are developing gas supplies trapped in shale rock two to three thousand meters underground. They drill down to the shale, then go sideways and inject high-pressure water, sand or other material into the rock.
This causes the rock to break, or fracture, releasing the gas. Huge fields of gas shale are believed to lie under the Appalachian Mountains, Michigan and the south-central states.
Gas shale exploration is being done mainly by small to medium sized companies.
Eric Potter is a program director in the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas at Austin. He said the kinds of opportunities that are left for natural gas exploration in the United States have changed. So it is not as easy to develop. He says more than half the gas in the United States is now coming from these new reserves.
But hydraulic fracturing can also produce debate and anger over the risk of groundwater pollution. This method of drilling is not federally supervised under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Some in Congress want to end that exemption from the law.
Natural gas provides Americans with about one-fourth of their energy. And, unlike oil, most of it is produced in America. Gas producers invested heavily in reaching new supplies when prices were high.
But prices are down sharply now because the recession cut demand for energy. So energy expert Eric Potter says it is too early to know how the new gas shale reserves will affect the market.
And that's the VOA Special English Economics Report.
(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 23Oct2009)

7:25

Shale Gas- Hydraulic Fracturing

Shale Gas- Hydraulic Fracturing

Shale Gas- Hydraulic Fracturing

Learn about the horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing process that is used in the St. Lawrence lowlands Utica shale gas play.

Jereh Joins in China's First Shale Gas Exploration

Shale Development and Extraction in Ohio

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

27:37

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

2:54

Fracking for shale gas exploration in the E Cape divides communities

Fracking for shale gas exploration in the E Cape divides communities

Fracking for shale gas exploration in the E Cape divides communities

Shale gas - identified as a socio-economic game changer in South Africa - is found in some parts of the Eastern Cape. Large parts of the Karoo and around the Graaff Reinet area are said to be covering shale gas reserves. But the idea of fracking for shale gas exploration and harvesting is dividing these communities.
For more news, visit: http://www.sabc.co.za/news

How Oil And Gas Is Extracted From Shale

A video explaining how oil and gas is extracted from shale.

published: 07 Dec 2015

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the ...

published: 21 Jan 2014

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

published: 10 Feb 2013

Oil Shale - Oil Shale Exploration Company

Oil Shale Exploration in Adullam Park

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

published: 13 Jul 2013

Who Will Win In Shale Rock Exploration?

AndrewColeman, E&P and Oilfield Services Analyst, talks to us about the rise of shale gas and its potential downfall.

published: 01 Feb 2010

Video interview with JAPEX: The latest advances in gas and shale exploration, production methods

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
Join further discussions at: http://www.gastechnews.com/
Sign up for news at: http://www.gastechnews.com/newsletter-signup/
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published: 23 Jan 2017

Exploration for and production of shale gas in Poland

published: 04 Apr 2014

Shale exploration in Romania

In Romania, an activist priest is at the forefront of protests against plans by the US energy company Chevron to explore for shale gas in the eastern part of the country.

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

published: 06 Mar 2012

Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
READ MORE http://rt.com/uk/
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A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways natural gas can contribute to the recovery of the economy from the Great Recession, as well as taking a look at the relationship between renewables and gas now and in the future.

published: 23 Oct 2014

In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable resources like sun, wind and water. But it also leads to a fossil fuel. Natural gas is considered the cleanest of the fossil fuels -- the fuels created by plant and animal remains over millions of years.
Burning it releases fewer pollutants than oil or coal. The gas is mainly methane. It produces half the carbon dioxide of other fossil fuels. So it may help cut the production of carbon gases linked to climate change.
Russia is first in what are called "proved reserves" of natural gas. The United States is sixth. Over the years, big oil and gas companies recovered much of the easily reached supplies of gas in America. They dril...

published: 19 Nov 2009

Shale Gas- Hydraulic Fracturing

Learn about the horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing process that is used in the St. Lawrence lowlands Utica shale gas play.

Jereh Joins in China's First Shale Gas Exploration

Shale Development and Extraction in Ohio

published: 23 Oct 2012

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

published: 18 Jul 2013

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things...

published: 15 Nov 2014

Fracking for shale gas exploration in the E Cape divides communities

Shale gas - identified as a socio-economic game changer in South Africa - is found in some parts of the Eastern Cape. Large parts of the Karoo and around the Graaff Reinet area are said to be covering shale gas reserves. But the idea of fracking for shale gas exploration and harvesting is dividing these communities.
For more news, visit: http://www.sabc.co.za/news

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from ex...

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the Environmental Aspects on Unconventional Fossil Fuels here: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/energy/unconventional_en.htm

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the Environmental Aspects on Unconventional Fossil Fuels here: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/energy/unconventional_en.htm

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Oil Shale Exploration in Adullam Park

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven day...

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
Join further discussions at: http://www.gastechnews.com/
Sign up for news at: http://www.gastechnews.com/newsletter-signup/
Attend Gastech 2017: http://www.gastechevent.com/

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
Join further discussions at: http://www.gastechnews.com/
Sign up for news at: http://www.gastechnews.com/newsletter-signup/
Attend Gastech 2017: http://www.gastechevent.com/

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered...

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
READ MORE http://rt.com/uk/
WATCH LIVE: http://rt.com/on-air/rt-uk-air/
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Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
READ MORE http://rt.com/uk/
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A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways nat...

A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways natural gas can contribute to the recovery of the economy from the Great Recession, as well as taking a look at the relationship between renewables and gas now and in the future.

A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways natural gas can contribute to the recovery of the economy from the Great Recession, as well as taking a look at the relationship between renewables and gas now and in the future.

In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable r...

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable resources like sun, wind and water. But it also leads to a fossil fuel. Natural gas is considered the cleanest of the fossil fuels -- the fuels created by plant and animal remains over millions of years.
Burning it releases fewer pollutants than oil or coal. The gas is mainly methane. It produces half the carbon dioxide of other fossil fuels. So it may help cut the production of carbon gases linked to climate change.
Russia is first in what are called "proved reserves" of natural gas. The United States is sixth. Over the years, big oil and gas companies recovered much of the easily reached supplies of gas in America. They drilled straight down into formations where gas collects. As these supplies were used up, big drillers looked for similar formations in other countries.
But now the industry is taking a new look. Companies are developing gas supplies trapped in shale rock two to three thousand meters underground. They drill down to the shale, then go sideways and inject high-pressure water, sand or other material into the rock.
This causes the rock to break, or fracture, releasing the gas. Huge fields of gas shale are believed to lie under the Appalachian Mountains, Michigan and the south-central states.
Gas shale exploration is being done mainly by small to medium sized companies.
Eric Potter is a program director in the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas at Austin. He said the kinds of opportunities that are left for natural gas exploration in the United States have changed. So it is not as easy to develop. He says more than half the gas in the United States is now coming from these new reserves.
But hydraulic fracturing can also produce debate and anger over the risk of groundwater pollution. This method of drilling is not federally supervised under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Some in Congress want to end that exemption from the law.
Natural gas provides Americans with about one-fourth of their energy. And, unlike oil, most of it is produced in America. Gas producers invested heavily in reaching new supplies when prices were high.
But prices are down sharply now because the recession cut demand for energy. So energy expert Eric Potter says it is too early to know how the new gas shale reserves will affect the market.
And that's the VOA Special English Economics Report.
(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 23Oct2009)

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable resources like sun, wind and water. But it also leads to a fossil fuel. Natural gas is considered the cleanest of the fossil fuels -- the fuels created by plant and animal remains over millions of years.
Burning it releases fewer pollutants than oil or coal. The gas is mainly methane. It produces half the carbon dioxide of other fossil fuels. So it may help cut the production of carbon gases linked to climate change.
Russia is first in what are called "proved reserves" of natural gas. The United States is sixth. Over the years, big oil and gas companies recovered much of the easily reached supplies of gas in America. They drilled straight down into formations where gas collects. As these supplies were used up, big drillers looked for similar formations in other countries.
But now the industry is taking a new look. Companies are developing gas supplies trapped in shale rock two to three thousand meters underground. They drill down to the shale, then go sideways and inject high-pressure water, sand or other material into the rock.
This causes the rock to break, or fracture, releasing the gas. Huge fields of gas shale are believed to lie under the Appalachian Mountains, Michigan and the south-central states.
Gas shale exploration is being done mainly by small to medium sized companies.
Eric Potter is a program director in the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas at Austin. He said the kinds of opportunities that are left for natural gas exploration in the United States have changed. So it is not as easy to develop. He says more than half the gas in the United States is now coming from these new reserves.
But hydraulic fracturing can also produce debate and anger over the risk of groundwater pollution. This method of drilling is not federally supervised under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Some in Congress want to end that exemption from the law.
Natural gas provides Americans with about one-fourth of their energy. And, unlike oil, most of it is produced in America. Gas producers invested heavily in reaching new supplies when prices were high.
But prices are down sharply now because the recession cut demand for energy. So energy expert Eric Potter says it is too early to know how the new gas shale reserves will affect the market.
And that's the VOA Special English Economics Report.
(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 23Oct2009)

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles ar...

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories ...

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

Shale gas - identified as a socio-economic game changer in South Africa - is found in some parts of the Eastern Cape. Large parts of the Karoo and around the Graaff Reinet area are said to be covering shale gas reserves. But the idea of fracking for shale gas exploration and harvesting is dividing these communities.
For more news, visit: http://www.sabc.co.za/news

Shale gas - identified as a socio-economic game changer in South Africa - is found in some parts of the Eastern Cape. Large parts of the Karoo and around the Graaff Reinet area are said to be covering shale gas reserves. But the idea of fracking for shale gas exploration and harvesting is dividing these communities.
For more news, visit: http://www.sabc.co.za/news

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

published: 10 Feb 2013

Using Seismic Data for Unconventional Shale Oil & Gas Exploration

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

PNR Live 8 DEC 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live focuses on horizontal drilling into shale rock – which will be an industry first in the UK.

published: 13 Dec 2017

What is the regulatory framework for shale gas exploration and production? With Tony Grayling

Tony placed the prior talks into a regulatory context by outlining the framework the Environmental Agency employs to cover environmental risks and for licensing.

published: 29 Jun 2012

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things...

published: 15 Nov 2014

PNR Live 10 Nov 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire. This edition of PNR Live focuses on geology and the important process of coring.

published: 14 Nov 2017

Unconventional Gas

May's ShellLondon Lecture, delivered by Melvyn Giles at the Geological Society on Wednesday 9 May2012.
The past decade has seen spectacular growth in the exploration and development of so-called 'unconventional gas' in North America. Only a decade ago, these hydrocarbons would rarely have been considered for extraction, but the development of new technology has turned accepted wisdom of petroleum exploration on its head.
Unconventionals include a wide range of resources, including shale gas/oil and coal bed methane. All are trapped within tight rocks, and evaluating what is available is not straightforward. Although it is becoming clear that vast volumes exist on a global scale, their production raises many social and environmental challenges.
This presentation will examine the origi...

published: 11 May 2012

Oil Exploration Game

published: 23 Jan 2012

Shale Oil - The Rush for Black Gold - 11.20.2011

One of America's biggest energy challenges is foreign oil dependency. The U.S. imports about half the oil it uses, putting the nation's energy security at risk and costing hundreds of billions of dollars per year. New drilling innovations are unlocking vast new reserves and boosting local economies. But is the new drilling also forcing a tough choice between oil and water in drought-stricken Texas? This week, energyNOW! explores the latest U.S. oil boom.
Black Gold From Shale Rock
The combination of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in shale rock formations is opening up previously unrecoverable oil, just as those technologies did for natural gas. It's driving a boom in U.S. energy production and creating bright spots in a tough economy across America.
Correspondent PattyK...

published: 19 Nov 2011

PNR LIVE 6 OCT 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road shale gas exploration site in Lancashire

published: 11 Oct 2017

Do Your Faults Seal? Understanding the Risks and Uncertainties in Exploration and Development

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine development economics depending on whether there’s communication across fault-bound compartments. Russell Davies, PhD, shows how well-developed workflows reduce the uncertainty concerning hydrocarbon flow across faults and improve risk assessment. Find more 1-hour online sessions from the UpstreamTechnologyLeadership Series at https://www.software.slb.com/products/petrel/petrel-geology-and-modeling/structural-and-fault-analysis

published: 05 Apr 2016

Innovative Approach to R&D in Geological Exploration and Production

The traditional oil and gas companies are facing big challenges. Deposits continue to be depleted, while hard to recover hydrocarbon fields prove increasingly more costly, as resources diminish. The industry is employing a number of strategies to offset this trend, including improving production output, and exploring unconventional hydrocarbon resources, such as shale gas, oil sands, and off-shore production.
This discussion will examine the strategies, technologies, and process techniques that companies, and entrepreneurs are employing toward achieving breakthrough, industry innovation
.
Moderator:
Nikolay Grachev, Vice-President, Executive Director, Energy-Efficient Technologies Cluster, Skolkovo Foundation
Participants:
Iskander Akhatov, Professor, Director of Center for Hydrocarbon R...

published: 21 Nov 2014

Should New Brunswick Frack Off?: A Legal Study of Shale Gas Exploration

The presentation covers the technical aspects of the project, including an environmental profile of NB, cases in other jurisdiction, and local jurisdiction and application of Shale Gas case to legal practice in NB.

By AdamMarsden
To ensure a successful well in a shale play, we must drill at the target which is favorable in fluid content, in-situ stress and rock properties. Seismic data provides valuable information for different stages of shale play exploration and production. Transforming the seismic data into the much needed reservoir quality information requires the support of a number of technologies and workflows. This presentation showcases ParadigmQuantitative Seismic Interpretation technologies applied to an Eagle Ford shale formation to identify “sweet spots” which are characterized by the presence of TOC (Total Organic Carbon), shale brittle/ductile quality and in-situ stress.

Borislav Sandov on anti shale gas exploration campaigns

published: 10 Jun 2013

PNR Live 9 FEB 2018

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live provides an operational update, and looks at how Cuadrilla is putting Lancashire first in terms of creating jobs, investment, new skills and community initiatives as a result of shale gas exploration.

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles ar...

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

PNR Live 8 DEC 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyon...

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live focuses on horizontal drilling into shale rock – which will be an industry first in the UK.

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live focuses on horizontal drilling into shale rock – which will be an industry first in the UK.

published:13 Dec 2017

views:16024

back

What is the regulatory framework for shale gas exploration and production? With Tony Grayling

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories ...

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

PNR Live 10 Nov 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyon...

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire. This edition of PNR Live focuses on geology and the important process of coring.

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire. This edition of PNR Live focuses on geology and the important process of coring.

May's ShellLondon Lecture, delivered by Melvyn Giles at the Geological Society on Wednesday 9 May2012.
The past decade has seen spectacular growth in the exploration and development of so-called 'unconventional gas' in North America. Only a decade ago, these hydrocarbons would rarely have been considered for extraction, but the development of new technology has turned accepted wisdom of petroleum exploration on its head.
Unconventionals include a wide range of resources, including shale gas/oil and coal bed methane. All are trapped within tight rocks, and evaluating what is available is not straightforward. Although it is becoming clear that vast volumes exist on a global scale, their production raises many social and environmental challenges.
This presentation will examine the origin and range of unconventional resources, the controversies which surround their exploitation, and their potential for contributing to a solution to global energy challenges.

May's ShellLondon Lecture, delivered by Melvyn Giles at the Geological Society on Wednesday 9 May2012.
The past decade has seen spectacular growth in the exploration and development of so-called 'unconventional gas' in North America. Only a decade ago, these hydrocarbons would rarely have been considered for extraction, but the development of new technology has turned accepted wisdom of petroleum exploration on its head.
Unconventionals include a wide range of resources, including shale gas/oil and coal bed methane. All are trapped within tight rocks, and evaluating what is available is not straightforward. Although it is becoming clear that vast volumes exist on a global scale, their production raises many social and environmental challenges.
This presentation will examine the origin and range of unconventional resources, the controversies which surround their exploitation, and their potential for contributing to a solution to global energy challenges.

Shale Oil - The Rush for Black Gold - 11.20.2011

One of America's biggest energy challenges is foreign oil dependency. The U.S. imports about half the oil it uses, putting the nation's energy security at risk ...

One of America's biggest energy challenges is foreign oil dependency. The U.S. imports about half the oil it uses, putting the nation's energy security at risk and costing hundreds of billions of dollars per year. New drilling innovations are unlocking vast new reserves and boosting local economies. But is the new drilling also forcing a tough choice between oil and water in drought-stricken Texas? This week, energyNOW! explores the latest U.S. oil boom.
Black Gold From Shale Rock
The combination of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in shale rock formations is opening up previously unrecoverable oil, just as those technologies did for natural gas. It's driving a boom in U.S. energy production and creating bright spots in a tough economy across America.
Correspondent Patty Kim visits Williston, North Dakota, the site of America's largest shale oil field and heart of the new oil rush, to check out life in an oil boom town.
Is The Oil Boom Worsening The Texas Drought?
Texas is home to America's second largest shale oil field, and business is booming - production has skyrocketed from under 1,000 barrels a day in 2004 to more than 8 million so far in 2011. But hydraulic fracturing in shale rock requires millions of gallons of water, a precious resource during one of the worst droughts in the state's history.
AnchorThalia Assuras visits the Eagle Ford shale in Texas to see how rapidly expanding water use by energy companies is impacting the state.
Interview: EPA AdministratorLisa JacksonFracking operations may be competing for water supplies in Texas, but they have also raised concerns about water safety in other parts of the country.
Anchor Thalia Assuras sits down for a one-on-one interview with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson to discuss pressing energy and environmental issues, including fracking.

One of America's biggest energy challenges is foreign oil dependency. The U.S. imports about half the oil it uses, putting the nation's energy security at risk and costing hundreds of billions of dollars per year. New drilling innovations are unlocking vast new reserves and boosting local economies. But is the new drilling also forcing a tough choice between oil and water in drought-stricken Texas? This week, energyNOW! explores the latest U.S. oil boom.
Black Gold From Shale Rock
The combination of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in shale rock formations is opening up previously unrecoverable oil, just as those technologies did for natural gas. It's driving a boom in U.S. energy production and creating bright spots in a tough economy across America.
Correspondent Patty Kim visits Williston, North Dakota, the site of America's largest shale oil field and heart of the new oil rush, to check out life in an oil boom town.
Is The Oil Boom Worsening The Texas Drought?
Texas is home to America's second largest shale oil field, and business is booming - production has skyrocketed from under 1,000 barrels a day in 2004 to more than 8 million so far in 2011. But hydraulic fracturing in shale rock requires millions of gallons of water, a precious resource during one of the worst droughts in the state's history.
AnchorThalia Assuras visits the Eagle Ford shale in Texas to see how rapidly expanding water use by energy companies is impacting the state.
Interview: EPA AdministratorLisa JacksonFracking operations may be competing for water supplies in Texas, but they have also raised concerns about water safety in other parts of the country.
Anchor Thalia Assuras sits down for a one-on-one interview with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson to discuss pressing energy and environmental issues, including fracking.

PNR LIVE 6 OCT 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyo...

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road shale gas exploration site in Lancashire

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road shale gas exploration site in Lancashire

published:11 Oct 2017

views:5947

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Do Your Faults Seal? Understanding the Risks and Uncertainties in Exploration and Development

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine development economics depending on whether there’s communication across fault-b...

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine development economics depending on whether there’s communication across fault-bound compartments. Russell Davies, PhD, shows how well-developed workflows reduce the uncertainty concerning hydrocarbon flow across faults and improve risk assessment. Find more 1-hour online sessions from the UpstreamTechnologyLeadership Series at https://www.software.slb.com/products/petrel/petrel-geology-and-modeling/structural-and-fault-analysis

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine development economics depending on whether there’s communication across fault-bound compartments. Russell Davies, PhD, shows how well-developed workflows reduce the uncertainty concerning hydrocarbon flow across faults and improve risk assessment. Find more 1-hour online sessions from the UpstreamTechnologyLeadership Series at https://www.software.slb.com/products/petrel/petrel-geology-and-modeling/structural-and-fault-analysis

Should New Brunswick Frack Off?: A Legal Study of Shale Gas Exploration

The presentation covers the technical aspects of the project, including an environmental profile of NB, cases in other jurisdiction, and local jurisdiction and ...

The presentation covers the technical aspects of the project, including an environmental profile of NB, cases in other jurisdiction, and local jurisdiction and application of Shale Gas case to legal practice in NB.

The presentation covers the technical aspects of the project, including an environmental profile of NB, cases in other jurisdiction, and local jurisdiction and application of Shale Gas case to legal practice in NB.

By AdamMarsden
To ensure a successful well in a shale play, we must drill at the target which is favorable in fluid content, in-situ stress and rock properties...

By AdamMarsden
To ensure a successful well in a shale play, we must drill at the target which is favorable in fluid content, in-situ stress and rock properties. Seismic data provides valuable information for different stages of shale play exploration and production. Transforming the seismic data into the much needed reservoir quality information requires the support of a number of technologies and workflows. This presentation showcases ParadigmQuantitative Seismic Interpretation technologies applied to an Eagle Ford shale formation to identify “sweet spots” which are characterized by the presence of TOC (Total Organic Carbon), shale brittle/ductile quality and in-situ stress.

By AdamMarsden
To ensure a successful well in a shale play, we must drill at the target which is favorable in fluid content, in-situ stress and rock properties. Seismic data provides valuable information for different stages of shale play exploration and production. Transforming the seismic data into the much needed reservoir quality information requires the support of a number of technologies and workflows. This presentation showcases ParadigmQuantitative Seismic Interpretation technologies applied to an Eagle Ford shale formation to identify “sweet spots” which are characterized by the presence of TOC (Total Organic Carbon), shale brittle/ductile quality and in-situ stress.

PNR Live 9 FEB 2018

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyon...

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live provides an operational update, and looks at how Cuadrilla is putting Lancashire first in terms of creating jobs, investment, new skills and community initiatives as a result of shale gas exploration.

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live provides an operational update, and looks at how Cuadrilla is putting Lancashire first in terms of creating jobs, investment, new skills and community initiatives as a result of shale gas exploration.

Shale gas risk or opportunity?

This video on Shale Gas seeks to put forward a balanced view of the shale gas industry in Europe. Using experiences from EU Member States and commentary from experts and representatives from industry and NGOs, the video dispels myths about both the benefits and concerns surrounding shale gas exploration and makes the case for EU action.
The European Commission adopted a Recommendation aiming to ensure that proper environmental and climate safeguards are in place for "fracking" -- the high-volume hydraulic fracturing technique used in shale gas operations.
The Recommendation should help all Member States address risks and improve transparency for citizens. It also lays the ground for a level playing field for industry and establishes a clearer framework for investors.
More info of the Environmental Aspects on Unconventional Fossil Fuels here: http://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/energy/unconventional_en.htm

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Oil Shale Exploration in Adullam Park

At the beginning of 2010, alert citizens were surprised to discovere exploratory drilling in Adullam Park. It produced noise and smoke day and night , seven days a week. his small initial project served as a warning of the pilot extraction followed by production work and oil refinement in the parks and vineyards of Adullam.
Here's a video of this initial drilling in Adullam Park, along with video of the still-beautiful parts of the park.
See http://saveadullam.org for more info.

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Who Will Win In Shale Rock Exploration?

Andrew Coleman, E&P and Oilfield Services Analyst, talks to us about the rise of shale gas...

Video interview with JAPEX: The latest advances in gas and shale exploration, production methods

In this interview with Gastech News, Kazuhiko Tezuka, General Manager, Research Center, Technical Division at JAPEX discusses the latest R&D advances to extract natural gas in challenging environments. He also talks about the role of geophysicists in the development of new shale/unconventional resources.
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The material macroeconomic, energy security and employment benefits that could potentially flow from developing the southern Karoo's shale-gas resources offered a compelling case for government to consider lifting the current ban on exploration, a leading South African economist argues.

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Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Leg...

Frack On? Shale exploration to go ahead despite pressure

Fracking in Lancashire may still go ahead, even if an initial application is rejected. Legal advice given to councilors suggests that permission maybe granted for a proposed site through an appeal process.
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A continuation of the conversation started in “Natural Gas101” from the first season of Rational MiddleEnergy videos, “Natural Gas 201” discusses the ways natural gas can contribute to the recovery of the economy from the Great Recession, as well as taking a look at the relationship between renewables and gas now and in the future.

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In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

This is the VOA Special English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
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In the US, the New Look of Gas Exploration

This is the VOASpecial English Economics Report, from http://voaspecialenglish.com
Many people think the search for cleaner energy leads only to renewable resources like sun, wind and water. But it also leads to a fossil fuel. Natural gas is considered the cleanest of the fossil fuels -- the fuels created by plant and animal remains over millions of years.
Burning it releases fewer pollutants than oil or coal. The gas is mainly methane. It produces half the carbon dioxide of other fossil fuels. So it may help cut the production of carbon gases linked to climate change.
Russia is first in what are called "proved reserves" of natural gas. The United States is sixth. Over the years, big oil and gas companies recovered much of the easily reached supplies of gas in America. They drilled straight down into formations where gas collects. As these supplies were used up, big drillers looked for similar formations in other countries.
But now the industry is taking a new look. Companies are developing gas supplies trapped in shale rock two to three thousand meters underground. They drill down to the shale, then go sideways and inject high-pressure water, sand or other material into the rock.
This causes the rock to break, or fracture, releasing the gas. Huge fields of gas shale are believed to lie under the Appalachian Mountains, Michigan and the south-central states.
Gas shale exploration is being done mainly by small to medium sized companies.
Eric Potter is a program director in the Bureau of Economic Geology at the University of Texas at Austin. He said the kinds of opportunities that are left for natural gas exploration in the United States have changed. So it is not as easy to develop. He says more than half the gas in the United States is now coming from these new reserves.
But hydraulic fracturing can also produce debate and anger over the risk of groundwater pollution. This method of drilling is not federally supervised under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Some in Congress want to end that exemption from the law.
Natural gas provides Americans with about one-fourth of their energy. And, unlike oil, most of it is produced in America. Gas producers invested heavily in reaching new supplies when prices were high.
But prices are down sharply now because the recession cut demand for energy. So energy expert Eric Potter says it is too early to know how the new gas shale reserves will affect the market.
And that's the VOA Special English Economics Report.
(Adapted from a radio program broadcast 23Oct2009)

Paul Basinski - The Golden Age of Shale Exploration

Paul Basinski, Ardent Resources, Houston talks about how oil shale exploration and production progressed, particularly the Eagle Ford Shale in Texas and discusses methodologies for recognizing and developing new plays. This was presented January 302013 at the HGS Luncheon downtown Houston.

Let's Interactively Play Shadowrun - The Death Of Tabatha Shale, Exploration, & New Leads - 2

Joshua follows up on the lead, meeting his brother Michael's old girlfriend, Tabatha Shale. Things go south quickly, but it is not her fault. Joshua stumbles around the different sectors of the city nervously, searching for whatever evidence he can find to solve the case and identify Michael's killers.
The dark and dangerous shadowruns of Joshua, HumanSamurai, in the wild streets of Seattle, circa 2058.
Shadowrun, developed by FasaCorporation and published by Sega Genesis in 1994 (www.sega.com)

PNR Live 8 DEC 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire.
This edition of PNR Live focuses on horizontal drilling into shale rock – which will be an industry first in the UK.

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What is the regulatory framework for shale gas exploration and production? With Tony Grayling

Tony placed the prior talks into a regulatory context by outlining the framework the Envir...

The Crash Course - Chapter 21 - Shale Oil

If you've watch the previous video chapter on Peak Cheap Oil, you may be wondering how any of that could be still be true given all the positive recent stories about shale oil and shale gas , many of which have proclaimed that “Peak Oil is dead”.
The mainstream press has faithfully repeated every press and PR statement made by the shale producers. And if you simply followed the headlines, you might even believe this about the US:
- It is soon going to be energy independent,
- Its oil production will surpass even Saudi Arabia putting it in the number one spot,and
- The US will even be exporting oil again like the days of old.
The only problem with this story is that it is misleading in some very important ways. And entirely false in others.
Here are there are five main things to know about the shale plays.
1. They deplete very quickly. The typical shale, or tight rock, well production declines by 80% to 90% within three years.
2. They are expensive. All oil and gas coming form them is several times more expensive than what we got from conventional oil plays.
3. They are environmentally damaging because the fracking fluid is highly toxic and much of it escapes during the blowback process and sometimes water wells are contaminated.
4. Because each well has low flow and depletes quickly, massive numbers of wells must be drilled creating significant infrastructure damage to roads and bridges. Currently no state or municipal authorities are capturing anything close to the total cost of the infrastructure damage from the shale operators which means taxpayers are gong to be left paying those bills.
5. Not all shale plays are created equal – some are vastly superior to others. And even within a given play there are sweet spots and dry holes which can only be determined by punching a well in and seeing what comes out. Some call this the ‘mapping by braille’ approach.
When we put all of these together it adds up to a very expensive set of plays that will only last for a very short while.
To the extent that mainstream press has been conveying the message that peak oil is dead and that our energy concerns have been laid to rest is the extent to which they have been misleading us.
In many ways, the increased crude output from shale plays has bought us some time. We can either use the temporary boost in energy supplies, expensive though they are, to build towards a future when these too eventually run out, or we can use them as an excuse to carry on with business as usual.
If we do choose business as usual as our operating strategy - I use that word very loosely – then we will just march straight into the shale oil peak around the year 2020 and be very disappointed with ourselves and our utterly inappropriate transportation infrastructure.

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PNR Live 10 Nov 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to th...

PNR Live 10 Nov 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road (PNR) site in Lancashire. This edition of PNR Live focuses on geology and the important process of coring.

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Unconventional Gas

May's Shell London Lecture, delivered by Melvyn Giles at the Geological Society on Wednesd...

Unconventional Gas

May's ShellLondon Lecture, delivered by Melvyn Giles at the Geological Society on Wednesday 9 May2012.
The past decade has seen spectacular growth in the exploration and development of so-called 'unconventional gas' in North America. Only a decade ago, these hydrocarbons would rarely have been considered for extraction, but the development of new technology has turned accepted wisdom of petroleum exploration on its head.
Unconventionals include a wide range of resources, including shale gas/oil and coal bed methane. All are trapped within tight rocks, and evaluating what is available is not straightforward. Although it is becoming clear that vast volumes exist on a global scale, their production raises many social and environmental challenges.
This presentation will examine the origin and range of unconventional resources, the controversies which surround their exploitation, and their potential for contributing to a solution to global energy challenges.

Shale Oil - The Rush for Black Gold - 11.20.2011

One of America's biggest energy challenges is foreign oil dependency. The U.S. imports about half the oil it uses, putting the nation's energy security at risk and costing hundreds of billions of dollars per year. New drilling innovations are unlocking vast new reserves and boosting local economies. But is the new drilling also forcing a tough choice between oil and water in drought-stricken Texas? This week, energyNOW! explores the latest U.S. oil boom.
Black Gold From Shale Rock
The combination of horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing in shale rock formations is opening up previously unrecoverable oil, just as those technologies did for natural gas. It's driving a boom in U.S. energy production and creating bright spots in a tough economy across America.
Correspondent Patty Kim visits Williston, North Dakota, the site of America's largest shale oil field and heart of the new oil rush, to check out life in an oil boom town.
Is The Oil Boom Worsening The Texas Drought?
Texas is home to America's second largest shale oil field, and business is booming - production has skyrocketed from under 1,000 barrels a day in 2004 to more than 8 million so far in 2011. But hydraulic fracturing in shale rock requires millions of gallons of water, a precious resource during one of the worst droughts in the state's history.
AnchorThalia Assuras visits the Eagle Ford shale in Texas to see how rapidly expanding water use by energy companies is impacting the state.
Interview: EPA AdministratorLisa JacksonFracking operations may be competing for water supplies in Texas, but they have also raised concerns about water safety in other parts of the country.
Anchor Thalia Assuras sits down for a one-on-one interview with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson to discuss pressing energy and environmental issues, including fracking.

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PNR LIVE 6 OCT 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to t...

PNR LIVE 6 OCT 2017

We are pleased to be the first UK operator to open up our shale gas exploration site to the public for a webcast tour and live stream Q&A session giving everyone the opportunity to see the operations taking place at our PrestonNew Road shale gas exploration site in Lancashire

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Do Your Faults Seal? Understanding the Risks and Uncertainties in Exploration and Development

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine developme...

Do Your Faults Seal? Understanding the Risks and Uncertainties in Exploration and Development

The flow resistance of faults can make or break an exploration play or undermine development economics depending on whether there’s communication across fault-bound compartments. Russell Davies, PhD, shows how well-developed workflows reduce the uncertainty concerning hydrocarbon flow across faults and improve risk assessment. Find more 1-hour online sessions from the UpstreamTechnologyLeadership Series at https://www.software.slb.com/products/petrel/petrel-geology-and-modeling/structural-and-fault-analysis

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In August 2016, a research plane was able to observe something strange in the atmosphere above Alaska's Aleutian Islands, lingering aerosol particle that was enriched with the same kind of uranium used in nuclear fuel and bombs, according to Gizmodo. The observation was the first time that scientists detected a particle free-floating in the atmosphere in over 20 years of plane-based observations ... ... -WN.com, Maureen Foody....

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) -- Ethiopia's defense minister on Saturday ruled out a military takeover a day after the East African nation declared a new state of emergency amid the worst anti-government protests in a quarter-century. The United States said it "strongly disagrees" with the new declaration that effectively bans protests, with a U.S ... He also ruled out a transitional government ... Learn more about our and . ....

One day in August 1995 a man called Foutanga Babani Sissoko walked into the head office of the Dubai Islamic Bank and asked for a loan to buy a car. The manager agreed, and Sissoko invited him home for dinner. It was the prelude, writes the BBC's Brigitte Scheffer, to one of the most audacious confidence tricks of all time. Over dinner, Sissoko made a startling claim ... With these powers, he could take a sum of money and double it ... ....

Mexico City – A military helicopter carrying officials assessing damage from a powerful earthquake crashed Friday in southern Mexico, killing 13 people and injuring 15, all of them on the ground. The Oaxaca state prosecutor’s office said in a statement that five women, four men and three children were killed at the crash site and another person died later at the hospital ...Alejandro Murat, neither of whom had serious injuries ... The U.S ... ....

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"(Law enforcement) just seems pretty exciting," Ochoa said earlier this month, after being sworn in as a new member of the Mandan PoliceExplorer program. The Mandan Police ExplorerPost No ... The Mandan Police Explorer program was started last summer and has 13 members, including students from Bismarck, Mandan and New Salem ... Tomlinson said one explorer has indicated interest in becoming an agricultural enforcement agent through the U.S....

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